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A network can only consist of one computer.
A network can only consist of one computer.
False
Local Area Networks (LANs) cover geographic areas not exceeding 10 KM.
Local Area Networks (LANs) cover geographic areas not exceeding 10 KM.
True
WANs are primarily used to connect LANs and other types of
networks together.
WANs are primarily used to connect LANs and other types of networks together.
True
One advantage of networking is hardware sharing.
One advantage of networking is hardware sharing.
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A Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) typically covers an area of 10 to 100 KM.
A Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) typically covers an area of 10 to 100 KM.
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A server computer is a public network that anyone can access.
A server computer is a public network that anyone can access.
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In a peer-to-peer network, every computer can act as both a workstation and a server.
In a peer-to-peer network, every computer can act as both a workstation and a server.
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Client computers is a worldwide system of computer networks
Client computers is a worldwide system of computer networks
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A server computer provides a link to resources necessary to perform any task.
A server computer provides a link to resources necessary to perform any task.
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Client computers only receive information from servers and do not send requests.
Client computers only receive information from servers and do not send requests.
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Study Notes
Network Definition
- A network connects two or more computers to share resources.
- The core purpose of a network is resource sharing.
- The simplest network involves two computers connected by a cable.
Advantages of Networking
- Enables connectivity and communication.
- Allows for data sharing.
- Facilitates hardware sharing.
- Provides access to the internet.
- Enables shared internet access.
- Improves data security and management.
- Enhances performance and balances workloads.
- Offers entertainment options.
Local Area Networks (LANs)
- LANs cover a small geographic area, like a home, office, or a few buildings.
- Area typically does not exceed 10 kilometers.
Wide Area Networks (WANs)
- WANs span a wide geographic area.
- The internet is a major example of a WAN.
- WANs connect LANs and other networks, enabling communication across distances.
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Description
This quiz covers essential concepts of computer networking, including definitions, advantages, and differences between Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs). Test your knowledge of how networks facilitate resource sharing and enable communication among computers.
